Sign Language Instruction
for Teens and Adults:
Recommended Resources
compiled by Kathy MacMillan
info@kathymacmillan.com
American Sign Language Dictionary. (ASL in Motion, 2003)
ASL in Motion has created a straightforward, easy-to-use DVD that offers
introductory vocabulary for beginning signers, and a valuable reference for
more advanced signers. The set-up is effectively simple; the menu offers a
choice of 22 categories of signs, ranging from the manual alphabet to numbers
to more advanced areas such as transportation signs, occupation signs, and
emotion signs.
Beginning American Sign Language Videocourse, Volumes 1-15 (Sign Enhancers,
1991, 1992)
This is a comprehensive videocourse designed for middle and high school
students (and adults), but elementary students interested in ASL will find it just
an enlightening and easy to follow. Each video introduces new vocabulary,
then shows an entirely signed segment with the “Bravo family” that uses the
vocabulary and also introduces Deaf culture concepts in a seamless and
entertaining fashion. This series is a must for any library committed to
providing excellent sign language materials.
Communicating in Sign: Creative Ways to Learn American Sign Language by Diane
Chambers (Fireside, 1998)
Especially appropriate for those who want to explore the language in-depth,
this book offers vocabulary, grammar, ASL structure, and activities and games.
Peter Cook, ASL Storyteller: From a Gator Ride to the Dentist’s Office (P.C.
Productions, 1998), The United States of ASL Poetry and Other Tales (P.C.
Productions, 1998).
Internationally acclaimed Deaf poet and storyteller Peter Cook tells stories and
poems through pantomime and acting accessible to both hearing and deaf
audiences.
MySignLink www.aasdweb.com/mysignlink
Hosted by the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf, this site offers a searchable
dictionary of over 17,000 signs. You can even download it to your browser so
that the MySignLink is always nearby. Requires Quicktime (free download
available at link).
Sign ASL? Sure You Can! (Florida First Coast Signing Video Productions)
Presented by deaf instructor Dr. Mike Tuccelli, this crash course in the unique
features and structure of ASL offers new insights whether the viewer is just
starting out or an experienced signer. Complete voiceover interpretation makes
this video accessible to everyone.
Sign-Me-Fine by Laura Greene and Eva Barash Dicker. (Franklin Watts, 1995.)
This title goes beyond the basic information available in other books on sign
language to provide an in-depth examination of American Sign Language.
for Teens and Adults:
Recommended Resources
compiled by Kathy MacMillan
info@kathymacmillan.com
American Sign Language Dictionary. (ASL in Motion, 2003)
ASL in Motion has created a straightforward, easy-to-use DVD that offers
introductory vocabulary for beginning signers, and a valuable reference for
more advanced signers. The set-up is effectively simple; the menu offers a
choice of 22 categories of signs, ranging from the manual alphabet to numbers
to more advanced areas such as transportation signs, occupation signs, and
emotion signs.
Beginning American Sign Language Videocourse, Volumes 1-15 (Sign Enhancers,
1991, 1992)
This is a comprehensive videocourse designed for middle and high school
students (and adults), but elementary students interested in ASL will find it just
an enlightening and easy to follow. Each video introduces new vocabulary,
then shows an entirely signed segment with the “Bravo family” that uses the
vocabulary and also introduces Deaf culture concepts in a seamless and
entertaining fashion. This series is a must for any library committed to
providing excellent sign language materials.
Communicating in Sign: Creative Ways to Learn American Sign Language by Diane
Chambers (Fireside, 1998)
Especially appropriate for those who want to explore the language in-depth,
this book offers vocabulary, grammar, ASL structure, and activities and games.
Peter Cook, ASL Storyteller: From a Gator Ride to the Dentist’s Office (P.C.
Productions, 1998), The United States of ASL Poetry and Other Tales (P.C.
Productions, 1998).
Internationally acclaimed Deaf poet and storyteller Peter Cook tells stories and
poems through pantomime and acting accessible to both hearing and deaf
audiences.
MySignLink www.aasdweb.com/mysignlink
Hosted by the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf, this site offers a searchable
dictionary of over 17,000 signs. You can even download it to your browser so
that the MySignLink is always nearby. Requires Quicktime (free download
available at link).
Sign ASL? Sure You Can! (Florida First Coast Signing Video Productions)
Presented by deaf instructor Dr. Mike Tuccelli, this crash course in the unique
features and structure of ASL offers new insights whether the viewer is just
starting out or an experienced signer. Complete voiceover interpretation makes
this video accessible to everyone.
Sign-Me-Fine by Laura Greene and Eva Barash Dicker. (Franklin Watts, 1995.)
This title goes beyond the basic information available in other books on sign
language to provide an in-depth examination of American Sign Language.
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from
Kathy MacMillan
ASL interpreter, instructor, consultant, writer, and signing storyteller
from
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ASL interpreter, instructor, consultant, writer, and signing storyteller
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-Program descriptions
-Collaborative Summer Reading
-Sign language birthday parties
-What others say
-Upcoming performances
-Book a program
-Upcoming classes
-Private tutoring
-Classes by request
-Overview
-Workshop descriptions
-Workshop participants say
-Book a workshop
-Books
-Articles
-Recommended ASL
resources
-Tips for working with an
interpreter
-Signing with babies
-How to communicate with
someone who is deaf